1996 Johnson Evinrude "ED" 60 LV 90, 115, 150, 150C, 175 Service Manual, P/N 507127, Page 224Get this manual
37Adjust the shift rod as follows: Check the shift rod height from the shift rod hole to the surface of the gearcase using OIVIC Universal Shift Rod Height Gauge, PIN 389997Shift rod height: 26 1132 in(666,8 0,8 mm) With the shift rod in NEUTRAL and the offset facing forward, rotate the shift rod full turns up or down, as necessary, for correct adjustment